Looking back on Oilers' 1993 season

August 5, 2014 1:17 PM

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The Oilers' 10-6 season in 1992-93 ended in disaster. After a 28-3 halftime lead against the Buffalo Bills, the Oilers eventually lost 41-38 in one of the most infamous comebacks in NFL history.
Houston had an even better team in the 1993 season in the midst of bizarre happenings throughout the year.
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The Oilers' 10-6 season in 1992-93 ended in disaster. After a 28-3 halftime lead against the Buffalo Bills, the Oilers eventually lost 41-38 in one of the most infamous comebacks in NFL history.
Houston had ... more

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The Oilers' 10-6 season in 1992-93 ended in disaster. After a... Photo-5650874.75762 - Houston Chronicle

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Head coach Jack Pardee speaks with defensive coordinator Buddy Ryan after training camp practice at Trinity University in San Antonio.

Head coach Jack Pardee speaks with defensive coordinator Buddy Ryan after training camp practice at Trinity University in San Antonio.

The Oilers recovered from their slump in Week 6 with a 28-14 victory against the New England Patriots but the winning didn't stop there. It began Houston's 11-game winning streak to end the regular season with a 12-4 record. less

The Oilers recovered from their slump in Week 6 with a 28-14 victory against the New England Patriots but the winning didn't stop there. It began Houston's 11-game winning streak to end the regular season with ... more

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The Oilers recovered from their slump in Week 6 with a 28-14... Photo-5578402.75762 - Houston Chronicle

Running back Gary Brown (33) celebrates with fans in the end zone seats after scoring the Oilers' last touchdown in a 28-12 victory over Cincinnati at the Astrodome. The Oilers were running out the clock when Brown broke loose from 25 yards out to punctuate Houston's second consecutive victory. less

Running back Gary Brown (33) celebrates with fans in the end zone seats after scoring the Oilers' last touchdown in a 28-12 victory over Cincinnati at the Astrodome. The Oilers were running out the clock when ... more

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Running back Gary Brown (33) celebrates with fans in the end zone... Photo-5650880.75762 - Houston Chronicle

Mike Munchak spent his final season as a player with the Oilers in 1993. He joined the team's coaching staff as an assistant the following season. He now serves as the head coach of the Tennessee Titans.

Mike Munchak spent his final season as a player with the Oilers in 1993. He joined the team's coaching staff as an assistant the following season. He now serves as the head coach of the Tennessee Titans.

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Mike Munchak spent his final season as a player with the Oilers in... Photo-5578408.75762 - Houston Chronicle

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To add on to the 1993 season's controversy, quarterback Warren Moon was benched in favor of Cody Carlson. Moon finished the season with 3,485 passing yards, 21 touchdowns and 21 interceptions. He was named to the Pro Bowl in this season. less

To add on to the 1993 season's controversy, quarterback Warren Moon was benched in favor of Cody Carlson. Moon finished the season with 3,485 passing yards, 21 touchdowns and 21 interceptions. He was named to ... more

Offensive tackle David Williams missed one game to be by his wife's side during child birth. The incident was known as 'Babygate.'

Offensive tackle David Williams missed one game to be by his wife's side during child birth. The incident was known as 'Babygate.'

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Offensive tackle David Williams missed one game to be by his... Photo-5578417.75762 - Houston Chronicle

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Warren Moon runs for a big gain that sets the Oilers up for their first field goal in the 23-3 win on Nov. 28.

Warren Moon runs for a big gain that sets the Oilers up for their first field goal in the 23-3 win on Nov. 28.

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Warren Moon runs for a big gain that sets the Oilers up for their... Photo-5645213.75762 - Houston Chronicle

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The Oilers won a highly-anticipated clash against Steve Young and the 49ers on Christmas Day. Houston scored all of its points in the second quarter, in a low-scoring 10-7 decision. At the time it was billed as a possible Super Bowl preview. Backup quarterback Cody Carlson finished the game for an injured Warren Moon. less

The Oilers won a highly-anticipated clash against Steve Young and the 49ers on Christmas Day. Houston scored all of its points in the second quarter, in a low-scoring 10-7 decision. At the time it was billed as ... more

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The Oilers won a highly-anticipated clash against Steve Young and... Photo-5578418.75762 - Houston Chronicle

Ray Childress of the Oilers reacts after making a play against the Jets.

Ray Childress of the Oilers reacts after making a play against the Jets.

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Ray Childress of the Oilers reacts after making a play against the... Photo-5650892.75762 - Houston Chronicle

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In typical fashion of Houston sports, the Oilers' impressive season ended in disappointment. In a divisional playoff matchup versus the Joe Montana-led Kansas City Chiefs, Houston came up short 28-20 at the Astrodome. less

In typical fashion of Houston sports, the Oilers' impressive season ended in disappointment. In a divisional playoff matchup versus the Joe Montana-led Kansas City Chiefs, Houston came up short 28-20 at the ... more